Vic Ketchman, of Jaguars.com reports OT Tony Boselli signed a one-year contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars and then formally retired as a member of the Jaguars. He will be the first inductee into a Jaguars "Ring of Honor" next fall, in a celebration at a home game to be selected.

The Bergen Record Reports in the past 10 NFL Drafts, a total of 17 offensive tackles have been taken in the top 15 picks. Only two were not starters last season: former NFL OTs Bernard Williams and Tony Boselli. Williams is out of football, while Boselli retired before the 2003 season because of injuries. Williams was drafted with the No. 14 overall pick in 1994 by the Philadelphia Eagles, while Boselli was the No. 2 overall pick in 1995 by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Vic Ketchman, of Jaguars.com, reports of the 15 offensive tackles selected in the top 15 of the NFL Draft since 1995, only OT Tony Boselli, who was forced to retire from the Houston Texans because of a left shoulder injury, isn't a starter in the league today.

ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli reports there will be a big controversy over whether former Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) should be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame after he becomes eligible in five years. Boselli, a five-time Pro Bowler with the Jacksonville Jaguars, retired this week due to a left shoulder injury. Boselli has only played in 91 regular season games and has not played in a game since September 2001. The issue of longevity will be the primary concern over whether or not Boselli receives a HOF nomination.

Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) has officially announced his retirement from the NFL Thursday, July 17, according to HoustonTexans.com. Boselli, who was a five-time Pro Bowler for the Jacksonville Jaguars and the first-ever player selected by the Houston Texans in the 2002 expansion draft, was unable to fully recover from an injured left shoulder that had sidelined him during recent years. "I am retiring because of medical reasons, specifically my left shoulder, which did not continue to improve to the point where I could play," Boselli said. "I'm disappointed that I will not be able to play for the Texans and do what I was brought here to do. I wish this franchise and all of its fans continued success."

The Houston Chronicle reports that OLT Tony Boselli's possible retirement will force the Houston Texans to rethink their front five, but several contingencies are in the works. Texans OG Zach Wiegert, who would have played right guard if Boselli were healthy, likely will shift to right tackle. The right tackle position was intended for OG Chester Pitts, the projected starter at left tackle after starting all 16 games last season in place of Boselli. OT Greg Randall also could work into the mix at right tackle.

Updating previous reports, the Houston Chronicle reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) is planning to retire. Boselli was making progress in his off-season recovery from shoulder surgery, but he wasn't able to participate fully. An official announcement of the retirement is expected by the end of the week, according to sources. Boselli - who never even played in a game for the Texans - declined to comment on the situation, and general manager Charlie Casserly was unavailable.

Carlton Thompson, of the Houston Chronicle, reports for the Sporting News that Houston Texans OT Chester Pitts is expected to start at left offensive tackle if OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) is unable to play. Pitts started at OLT in 2002. However, if Boselli is able to start on the left side, Pitts is expected to start at right offensive tackle this season.

Carlton Thompson, of the Houston Chronicle, reports for the Sporting News that Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) intends to practice every day during training camp. Boselli has made some progress with his shoulder injury by participating during minicamp earlier this off-season. The team is expected to closely monitor his status and may limit Boselli's playing time during the preseason.

Updating an ongoing story, Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) capped off another full week of practice with the team on Thursday, June 5. Boselli took every practice rep and his footwork looked sharp, according to HoustonTexans.com.

Updating a previous story, according to HoustonTexans.com, Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli is continuing to practice full speed with the first team offense. Boselli has been bothered by a nagging shoulder injury for the past couple of years.

Updating an ongoing story, HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) practiced full speed with the team Wednesday, May 28, in an attempt to return from a shoulder injury that has kept him off the playing field. "It was a realization that after a week and a day out here, I needed a lot of football work -- not just shoulder work, but football work," Boselli said. "I'm nowhere near where I need to be as a player with the shoulder [injury].”

HoustonTexans.com's Carter Toole reports Houston Texans head coach Dom Capers is cautiously optimistic about the health of OT Tony Boselli (shoulder), who missed all of last season with a shoulder injury. "A guy like Tony Boselli is going to give you something that very few teams have in terms of size and athletic ability, he's a rare guy, but I don't know if we're going to know about Tony until we get out onto the field and we start pounding. Nobody can work any harder than he has and he's convinced he'll be ready to play. We'll just have to wait and see," Capers said.

The Houston Chronicle reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) has been taking part in the team’s off-season program, which he wasn’t able to do a year ago. However, he is by no means back to 100 percent. He has progressed enough to make the Texans more comfortable about their offensive tackle situation. Boselli said he’s definitely stronger than he’s been since undergoing surgery. With four months remaining before training camp, he realizes he still has a lot of work ahead of him.

Carter Toole for HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans GM Charlie Casserly notes that reports the club is $15 million under the cap are somewhat misleading, as the club doesn't really have that much money at its disposal. Houston has to pay QB David Carr a $5 million acceleration of his signing bonus and has to pay OT Tony Boselli $4 million if he plays this season, something the club is "optimistic" will happen, Casserly said. The team's first-round and second-round picks are expected to count $3 million against the cap. None of these items appear in current cap calculations, he said.

The Houston Chronicle reports the Houston Texans already have had talks with the agent for soon-to-be free agent LB Jeff Posey. Things could heat up now that the restructuring of OT Tony Boselli's contract is complete.

The Houston Chronicle reports the Houston Texans already have had talks with the agent for soon-to-be free agent S Eric Brown. Things could heat up now that the restructuring of OT Tony Boselli's contract is complete.

The Houston Chronicle reports the Houston Texans already have had talks with the agent for soon-to-be free agent LB Jay Foreman. Things could heat up now that the restructuring of OT Tony Boselli's contract is complete.

Updating previous reports, ESPN.com’s Len Pasquarelli reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli’s (shoulder) restructured contract with the team will buy him more time in his recovery from continued shoulder problems. By restructuring, Boselli has cut his salary cap hit by $3.85 million this year. He was scheduled to earn $4.5 million in base salary, which has been reduced to $650,000. If he’s healthy and able to play, he could earn it back through incentives. If he plays 20 percent of the snaps, he’ll collect a bonus of $500,000. The structure is set up to pay him an additional $500,000 for every 10 percent more that he plays. Thus, playing about 80 percent of the snaps will earn him back the pay cut he took. He’s due a $2 million roster bonus March 1, which his agent, Jack Mills, has reiterated he’ll receive.

Updating previous reports, HoustonTexans.com reports the Houston Texans have restructured the contract of OT Tony Boselli (shoulder). Terms of the deal were undisclosed. “We appreciate Tony’s cooperation in this matter and anticipate him getting ready for the season,” said Texans general manager Charley Casserly.

Updating ongoing reports, ESPN.com’s Len Pasquarelli reports the Houston Texans are close to working out a restructured contract with OT Tony Boselli (shoulder). By doing so, it would dramatically reduce his salary cap hit on the team in 2003 and allow him additional time to attempt to recover from shoulder problems. His agent, Jack Mills, said he feels something will happen next week. Boselli is out of town right now but when he returns it should be completed. He’s set to earn $4.5 million in base salary this year.

The Houston Chronicle reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli is willing to do whatever it takes to remain with the Texans. He said Tuesday he would restructure his contract to help lessen the burden of his $7.55 million salary cap figure for 2003. His cap figure includes a $3.05 million prorated signing bonus and a guaranteed $2 million roster bonus the team must pay this year. The Texans are believed to be asking Boselli to take a cut in his $4.5 million base salary, which he could earn back with incentive clauses. By doing so, the team could protect themselves from the potentially disastrous salary cap ramifications should Boselli not be able to play this season.

Houston Texans head coach Dom Capers, following Wednesday’s practice at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, AL, confirmed to KFFL that the team is approaching the season as if they will not have OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) available. “Will Tony Boselli be back? He feels he will, I’m not sure but we’ll know better probably in the middle of March,” Capers said Wednesday. He noted that Boselli’s strength has improved but they are going to have to address the situation to make sure their bases are covered if he’s not available again in 2003.

Pete Prisco reports for SportsLine.comHouston Texans OT Tony Boselli is due a roster bonus of $2 million on the first day of March, and he would carry a cap figure of $9.55 million for 2003. Boselli does expect to play in 2003, so the Texans will have to do something with his contract situation.

The Houston Chronicle reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder/on IR) recently took a trip to be examined by Dr. James Andrews, one of the world's most respected elbow and shoulder orthopedic surgeons. Andrews confirmed what Texans doctors always have believed: Boselli is expected to play next season.

Updating an earlier story, HoustonTexans.com reports the Houston Texans have placed OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) on IR. His 2002 season is over. "By placing Tony Boselli on injured reserve, we are giving him more time to regain full strength in his left shoulder to continue to play professional football," said Texans team physician Dr. Walter Lowe.

ESPN.com reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) will not play at all this season after failing to fully recover from three shoulder surgeries in the past year. Agent Tom Mills told ESPN.com that there has been much speculation that Boselli will retire, but the only decision so far is that Boselli will not play this season. He will then re-evaluate things later.

Houston Texans.com reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) continues to progress well in his recovery from his shoulder injury. However, when he will return to game action is still in question.

According to the Associated Press, Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (sholder) went through another day of practice Wednesday, but he remains doubtful to play Sunday. "Tony continues to make progress," coach Dom Capers said. "Every day he comes out here and tries to do a little more. The more he does, the better it looks for his schedule of coming back." Boselli stayed after practice Wednesday, working his way back into playing shape.

The Houston Chronicle reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli (shoulder) does not know when he'll return to the field, he just knows he will. He disputes any talk his career is over. "There's no truth to those rumors. None at all," Boselli said. "I've heard them, and there's nothing to them at all. Sometimes I laugh, and sometimes I get mad. Most of the time, I try to just laugh at them."

The Houston Chronicle reports Houston Texans owner Bob McNair said Sunday it does not look like OT Tony Boselli will be ready to start the season. "It's doubtful Tony Boselli will be ready for the first game," McNair said. "Tony is making a lot of progress, but it remains to be seen when he's going to be ready," McNair said. "He hasn't even had the pads on. I've told them not to push him. We'll just have to see. Who knows? He might give us a pleasant surprise and be ready for the first game. Who knows?"

HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans rookie OL Chester Pitts got plenty of repetitions with the first team offense at left tackle at the team’s first training camp practice Monday morning. Head coach Dom Capers likes Pitts’ size, ability, and intelligence. Pitts is going to get plenty of chances to start at left tackle in place of the injured Tony Boselli (shoulder).

Updating an earlier story, John Clayton reports for ESPN the shoulder surgery Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli had Monday, could impact his ability to play the 2002 season. Although his return won't be known for four to six weeks, it was mentioned to him over the weekend that four months wouldn't be out of question. The team plans to bring Boselli to training camp and start him on the physically unable to perform list until he's healthy enough to return to practice.

HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans OT Tony Boselli underwent additional arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder Monday to release scarring in the shoulder joint. The scarring was limiting the rehabilitation process of the shoulder. Dr. Walter Lowe, who performed the procedure, does not expect the recent surgery to delay Boselli's rehab; a timetable for Boselli's full recovery will be better known in four to six weeks.